"While the defeat to Real Madrid was indeed narrow, the truth is that the 2-1 scoreline is flattering on them and that they could have easily lost by a far greater margin. Adding to that the team's never-ending list of injuries that is only getting longer, the flawed defence that is getting cut open like a slice of butter, and the team's overall lack of cohesion, Hansi Flick has a lot to work on as the season advances."
"Words cannot describe how important the youngster is to Flick's plans, for virtually every Barcelona play goes through him on the field. His press resistance is the basis on which Barcelona's possession game thrives, and he also happens to be the single most important component of the pressing system off the ball. News of his injury, needless to say, is simply devastating."
Barcelona face a concerning period after a narrow 2-1 loss to Real Madrid that masked a potentially larger defeat. The squad is beset by an expanding injury list, a porous defence, and poor cohesion that leave Hansi Flick with substantial problems to solve. Pedri's absence for at least a month removes a central catalyst for possession and pressing, reducing press resistance and creative continuity. After over a year fit, Pedri must recover while Flick seeks tactical and personnel solutions. The team prepares to face Elche at home, with Frenkie de Jong and Marc Casado expected to start.
Read at Barca Universal
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